Job description
Join Luminary Events Group, a premier NYC event management agency delivering extraordinary experiences for corporate, nonprofit, and social clients.
We are seeking a proactive and detail oriented Event Manager to own the full lifecycle of events from concept to execution and post event analysis. This is a high visibility role ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, leads cross functional teams, and builds lasting client relationships.
Responsibility
- Lead end to end planning for conferences, galas, product launches, and experiential campaigns within defined budgets and timelines.
- Develop comprehensive production schedules, run of show, risk assessments, and onsite logistics.
- Collaborate with clients to translate goals into measurable event outcomes and KPIs.
- Source venues, vendors, AV, catering, entertainment, and decor; negotiate contracts and terms.
- Manage budgets, forecasts, invoicing, and financial reporting; optimize cost control.
- Coordinate attendee registration, transportation, accreditation, and on-site operations on event days.
- Lead cross functional teams, manage stakeholder communication, and ensure safety and compliance.
Qualification
- Bachelor degree in event management, hospitality, marketing, or related field.
- 3-5 years of hands on event planning experience, preferably with corporate or large scale events.
- Proven ability to deliver events on time and within budget; strong vendor negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client relation skills with a customer centric approach.
- Strong problem solving, adaptability, and ability to work under pressure.
- Proficiency in event management software (Cvent, Eventbrite) and MS Office; familiarity with CRM tools.
- Willingness to travel as needed and onsite presence on event days.